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Functional Check

  1. With ignition key removed, ensure gear selector cannot be moved from Park. Insert key in ignition switch.
  2. Turn ignition on. Ensure gear selector can only be moved with brake pedal pressed down. Move gear selector to Reverse.
  3. Ensure ignition key cannot be removed, Move gear selector to Park. Ensure it is not possible to remove ignition key.
  4. If shift lock system does not operate as described, check gear selector, shift lock solenoid and control cable.
  5. Place gear selector in Park. Using a screwdriver, push down emergency override button on shifter console and verify gear selector can be moved from Park position. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . If gear selector cannot be moved out of Park, adjust or replace shift lock actuator.
Fig 1: Locating Emergency Override Button (Miata)
G00020551Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Locating Emergency Override Button (Millenia)
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